Chicken Dorito Casserole Recipe

Name: Chicken Casserole with Doritos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 2 Cups chicken (cooked and shredded); 2 Cups Mexican cheese blend (divided); 1 10- ounce can cream of chicken soup; 1 Cup Sour Cream; 1/2 packet taco seasoning; 1 can Rotel tomatoes (drained); 1 large bag Doritos (medium crushed)

Updated: Jan 3, 2026 to include new step-by-step photos, clarified instructions, and/or improved tips for best results.· by Sarah Mock· 26 Comments This post contains affiliate links.

Dorito chicken casserole is an easy chicken casserole that my family loved. This delicious casserole dish that has the crunch and flavor of Doritos and the spice of Rotel tomatoes.

Prep Time 15

8 servings

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Dorito Chicken Casserole in a black bowl next to a pan of Dorito Chicken Casserole

Cheese lovers are going to want to make my Ranch Crackers with Cheez-its! Another of my favorite chicken recipes is giada chicken piccata over pasta. No one in your house a fan of chicken? I suggest my latest recipe: Slow Cooker Beef Broccoli.

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All our favorite flavors together in one dish. Creamy and cheesy, the simple ingredients will make you want to make this favorite easy recipe now.

Dorito Chicken Casserole in a pyrex ready for the oven

Spray a 9x13 casserole dish with cooking spray and set the oven to 350.
Combine the cooked chicken with the cream of chicken soup and sour cream in a large mixing bowl.
Fold in the can of drained Rotel tomatoes and the taco seasoning.
Crush the Doritos to medium bite-sized pieces and spread ⅓ of the crushed Doritos evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Spread ½ of the chicken mixture over the Dorito chips and spread ½ the shredded cheese blend over the first creamy chicken layer.
Repeat with a second layer of crushed chips, shredded chicken blend and finish with the remaining cheese.
Bake for 25 minutes or until bubbly.
Put any remaining crushed Doritos or shredded cheese on top of the casserole when serving.

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Chicken Casserole with Doritos

Sarah Mock

Dorito chicken casserole is an easy chicken casserole that my family loved. This is a cheesy chicken dish that has the crunch of Doritos and the spice of rotel tomatoes.

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8 servings

Ingredients

▢ 2 Cups chicken cooked and shredded
▢ 2 Cups Mexican cheese blend divided
▢ 1 10- ounce can cream of chicken soup
▢ 1 Cup Sour Cream
▢ ½ packet taco seasoning
▢ 1 can Rotel tomatoes drained
▢ 1 large bag Doritos medium crushed

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Instructions

Spray a 9x13 casserole dish with cooking spray and set the oven to 350.
Combine the shredded chicken with the cream of chicken soup and sour cream in a large bowl.
Fold in the can of drained Rotel tomatoes and the taco seasoning.
Crush the Doritos to medium bite sized pieces and spread ⅓ of the crushed Doritos evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Spread ½ of the chicken mixture over the Dorito chips.
Spread ½ the shredded cheese blend over the first creamy chicken layer.
Repeat with a second layer of crushed chips, chicken blend and finish with the remaining cheese.
Bake for 25 minutes or until bubbly.
Top with any remaining shredded cheese or crushed Doritos when serving.

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Notes

Can this casserole be frozen?

Assemble the recipe up until adding the Dorito topping and wrap tightly with foil. When you are ready to bake it add the crushed Doritos and extra cheese. Re-cover with foil and bake in a preheated 350-degree oven until it is cooked thoroughly and bubbling, approximately 45 minutes-1 hour.

Can you use rotisserie chicken in this casserole?

If you are in a pinch or a hurry and don't have precooked, shredded chicken a rotisserie chicken will work in this casserole recipe. The flavor profile of the rotisserie chicken may alter the final results of the dish but I assure you, it will be delicious. If you have a few extra sous vide chicken breasts in the fridge, they can be used in this recipe.

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What to serve with Doritos casserole

For a satisfying meal that pleases the whole family, consider serving a side salad alongside your Doritos casserole to balance out the flavors and add a refreshing contrast to the meal. For a casual dessert that fits right in, Chocolate Lasagna is always a good choice.

Substitutes

Dorito Chicken Casserole with a bag of Doritos off to the side

What else can I use instead of Rotel?

If you are not a fan of Rotel or are out of it I would substitute in a thick salsa or a well-drained salsa. You are going to want to use a cup.

Can I substitute cream of mushroom soup?

Cream of mushroom soup would be a good substitute for the cream of chicken soup in my recipe for Dorito chicken casserole. I have done it when I am out of the cream of chicken soup and the only thing my family noticed was 'something' was different but they couldn't pick out exactly what it was.

Can you use rotisserie chicken meat in this casserole?

If you are in a pinch or a hurry and don't have precooked, using a rotisserie chicken will work in this cheesy chicken Dorito casserole recipe. The flavor profile of the rotisserie chicken from the store may alter the final results of the dish but I assure you, it will be delicious. If you have a few extra sous vide chicken breasts in the fridge, they can be used in this recipe.

What can I substitute sour cream with?

To make creamy chicken casserole without sour cream, you could substitute it with plain yogurt or a combination of mayonnaise and milk to maintain the creaminess.

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If chicken dinner recipes are a family favorite, you are going to want to add slow cooker cilantro lime chicken, and Mexican corn chicken soup to your meal plan. While my mom is not a fan of this Mexican chicken casserole she IS a fan of my sous vide seabass. You might enjoy my New Years Day crockpot recipes list.

After dinner, we will have a little dessert. Some of the easy recipes my family loves are my famous scotcheroos, a nice thick slice of rhubarb cake or a piece of Black Raspberry pie, and in the strawberry season, I might make a strawberry rhubarb cast iron crisp.

How to store leftovers

To properly store leftover casserole, place it in an airtight container and refrigerate it promptly, ensuring the leftover chicken casserole is consumed within 3-4 days to maintain freshness.

Make ahead tip

You can assemble the casserole in advance, letting flavors meld for a yummy cheesy casserole whenever you're ready to bake it.

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FAQ's and Tips

Can this casserole be frozen?

Yes, you can freeze this recipe! Assemble the recipe up until adding the Dorito topping and wrap tightly with foil. When you are ready to bake it add the crushed Doritos and extra cheese. Re-cover with foil and bake in a preheated 350-degree oven until it is cooked thoroughly and bubbling, approximately 45 minutes-1 hour.

Can Dorito casserole be made ahead of time?

This recipe for Dorito chicken casserole can be made ahead of time and baked off for dinner. I find that the Doritos do take on a softer texture but that is just my observation. I would reserve a handful of crisp Doritos to give an added layer of crunch when the dish comes out of the oven.

Is it okay to use cool ranch Doritos chips for this cheesy chicken Dorito casserole?

It's perfectly fine to use cool ranch crunchy Doritos instead of nacho cheese Doritos for this easy Doritos chicken casserole. It may slightly affect the flavor, but it should still result in a tasty dish when used in the recipe.

first published June 12. 2019

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